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| Donations FAQ's |
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1. What can I
donate?
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A: We accept most vehicles and vessels including but not limited to
cars, trucks, trailers, boats and RV's.
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2. Is my
donation tax deductible?
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A: Yes. We have verified that all charities listed within this site
are classified with the IRS as non-profit charitable organizations.
Vehicle/Vessel donations made from this web site are tax deductible to
the full extent of the law. However, individual tax situations vary so
please check with a tax professional to determine what if any tax
benefit you may receive from a tax deductible donation.
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3. What
do I need to donate my vehicle?
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A: We would like the title to the vehicle, but if you do not have it
please call us anyway. It is possible that other arrangements may be
made. Please call us toll-free at 1-800-513-6560 seven days a week.
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4. My car
hasn't run in years. Can I still donate it?
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A: Yes, we are able to accept most vehicles running or not (exceptions
include older vehicles whose value would not offset the cost of
towing). To find out if we can accept your vehicle, please complete and
submit our online donation form.
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5. Can you
pick up vehicles in all 50 states?
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A: Yes, we are able to pick up accepted vehicles in the continental U.S.
and Hawaii. Currently, we are unable to accept online donation
submissions from Michigan residents. Michigan residents need to contact
the charity directly to pledge their donation.
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6. How is
the value of my car determined?
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A: In short, the IRS allows you (the donor) to assess the fair market
value of your vehicle. We will provide you with a donation receipt to
verify that you made the donation, but the receipt will not indicate the
value. We suggest that you refer to the Kelly Blue Book and print out the Private Party
Value for your vehicle and retain this with your donation receipt.
Don't forget to take into consideration the mileage and condition of
your vehicle when assessing its fair market value.
For additional information, the IRS provides a Donor's Guide to Car
Donations which sets forth the manner in which the IRS requires you to
determine the value of your donated property. Here is a link to IRS
Publication 4303 — A
Donor’s Guide to Car Donations (PDF 179K).
You need Adobe Reader to view this file -
click here to download the free Reader.
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7. How will the
car be picked up?
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A: We will arrange to have your vehicle towed away by a professionally
licensed, bonded and insured towing company.
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8. How
long will it take to pick up my car?
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A: You will at least be contacted within three or four business days at
the most. If you need your car picked up sooner, please let us know as
we may be able to make those arrangements as well.
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